Applied Biosciences BSc (Hons)

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The Applied Biosciences BSc (Hons) course is designed to expand your knowledge of the molecular, biochemical, cell biological and genetic techniques underpinning modern biotechnology and how they can be used to solve real-world problems and benefit society.

Year of entry

Location

Coventry University Wrocław (Poland)

Study mode

Full-time
Sandwich

Duration

3 years full-time
4 years sandwich

Course code

CUPU039

Start date

September 2025

The information on this page is for 2024-25 entry and should be used as guidance for 2025-26 entry. Please keep checking back on this course page to see our latest updates.


Course overview

The course is designed to provide the training and development necessary to meet demand for highly skilled scientists within the expanding and global bioscience sector.

Course content and assessments have been designed to help you develop both theoretical knowledge and understanding, as well as the practical skills to enhance your career and academic opportunities.

Why Coventry University Wrocław?

At Coventry University Wrocław, we aim to offer a career-focused experience to help you progress in your future career. Our offer is designed to fit around your life, allowing you to benefit from a modern, forward-thinking higher education institution, reinforced by the quality and reputation of Coventry University. We are dedicated to making higher education accessible and enjoyable for as many people as possible.

Partnerships

Logo of BioInMed

BioInMed

BioInMed - The Polish Union of Innovative Medical Biotechnology Companies – is an ecosystem development agency which was established with the aim to make the medical biotechnology sector a showcase of Polish innovation and a driving force of the economy in the future. It cooperates with Coventry University Wroclaw to prepare market-ready graduates by engaging its member companies in guest lecturing, employability activities as well as student and graduate recruitment.


Collaborations with other organisations

There will be a close collaboration with Wrocław Park of Technology (WPT) and other biotechnology sector companies.


What you'll study

The Applied Biosciences course focuses on the application of the knowledge gained during the course to facilitate real-life problem-solving. You will explore the biosciences thoroughly on the chemical and molecular level through to the human body as a whole.

Practical elements are another key focus of the course and you will be expected to perform advanced hands-on experiments including computer-based activities. Combining both helps to solidify knowledge of the subject and prepares you for your future career.

You will learn about the essential concepts such as chemistry, cell and molecular biology, microbiology and anatomy and physiology. The practical aspect focuses on vital laboratory skills specific to the subject which include the safe use of complex equipment, report writing and the development of problem-solving skills necessary in your future career.

Modules

In year two you will develop knowledge gained in your first year. Specifically, this includes more advanced practical skills and expanding on concepts such as thermodynamics, electrochemistry and chemical kinetics. You’ll also discover infectious diseases and how they affect people on a personal and public level. The year concludes by focusing on human physiological systems and the mechanisms of the major causes of morbidity, mortality and sickness absence, which will include exploring cutting-edge genetic screening procedures.

By using scientific journals you’ll further develop the critical skills of academic writing and data presentation, and the principles of good scientific writing and data presentation will be examined. Throughout your second year, you will further develop and enhance your academic, practical and analytical skills in preparation for year three, and build skills that are attractive to employers.

Modules

There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement1 can often be beneficial. Work placements usually start before your final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

If you choose to study this course with a placement/sandwich year, you will need to pay a tuition fee of 2000 zł to cover your academic support.

Modules

You will undertake an independent research project, from the research design to performance of practical experiments to gather data, analyse it, write up and present your findings.

Modules

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.


How you'll learn

This course is available as a full-time three-year or optional four-year sandwich course, the latter incorporating a work placement or study year in a related field1.

Our teaching methods are varied, offering a number of teaching styles to suit the needs of all our students, so in addition to lectures, we also utilise a blended learning approach, including online aspects, workshops and group work. Additional support is available via email and our online learning platform, which is currently Aula.

Progression through the modules develops knowledge and skills, including communication (written and oral), study skills, research methods, project management, presentation and career development. We will also encourage you to consider your employability and/or entrepreneurial development.

Unlike traditional institutions, there are no end-of-year exams. Instead, learning is assessed through coursework and phase tests, which is more reflective of our learning model.


Teaching contact hours

You can expect up to 20 hours of learning activities per week, made up of face-to-face teaching, individual and group tutorials, online classes and independent learning.

Additionally, you will be expected to undertake significant self-directed study of approximately 30 hours each week, depending on the demands of individual modules.

As an innovative and enterprising institution, the university may seek to utilise emerging technologies within the student experience. For all courses (whether on-campus, blended, or distance learning), the university may deliver certain contact hours and assessments via online technologies and methods.

Since COVID-19, we have delivered our courses in a variety of forms, in line with public authority guidance, decisions, or orders and we will continue to adapt our delivery as appropriate. Whether on campus or online, our key priority is staff and student safety.


Assessment

The learning outcomes of modules, assignments and projects will be clearly stated. Your work will be marked according to how well you achieve these learning outcomes and your final feedback will refer to each outcome, as well as providing an overall percentage grade.

Assessment methods vary and include practical class and project performance, written practical reports, project thesis, oral presentations, tutorial tasks and phase tests. These assessments take place in the middle and at the end of each six-week block.

Course breakdown:

  • Coursework
  • Presentations
  • Exams

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.


International experience opportunities

You may have the opportunity to attend international visits1 with our academic or industry collaborators, allowing you to gain valuable experience.

Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK, Polish or International opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel COVID and visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the visa requirements, please contact the International Office.


Entry requirements

Typical offer for 2024/25 entry.

Polish requirements

The candidate should be able to demonstrate one of the following diplomas:

Requirement What we're looking for
Polish Matura Exam Pass Matura (Świadectwo Dojrzałości) poziom podstawowy/basic level with satisfactory grade 40% or better
Polish Matura Advanced Level Pass Matura poziom rozszerzony/advanced level with a grade of 55% in two subjects. Obtain 75% in Matura extended level English Language Exam OR IELTS 6.0 overall OR equivalent.
A Level BBB
International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma) 28 points

EU requirements

Requirement What we're looking for
EU exams We're here to help you understand which qualifications, diplomas and certificates you can use from your own country to meet our entry requirements. Contact us to find out more
International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma) 28 points

We recognise a breadth of qualifications, speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.

International requirements

For international students and regional specific information, find your home country on our regional entry requirements page.

We recognise a breadth of qualifications, speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.

English language requirements

A telephone interview to assess English language skills will be arranged for non-native English speakers.

If you hold IELTS Level 6.0 (with no component less than 5.5) or equivalent, you will not have to complete the telephone interview.


Fees and funding

Student Full-time Part-time
EU 2025/26 fees TBC*
2024/25 fees - 27,500 zł (UG EU) per year
Not available
International 2025/26 fees TBC*
2024/25 fees - 46,000 zł (UG non-EU) per year
Not available

Coventry University Wroclaw will review tuition fees each year. Coventry University Wroclaw may increase fees for each subsequent year of study but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. Please note that the calculation of inflation is based on the information on price indices of consumer goods and services published by the President of the Statistics Poland on the website: www.stat.gov.pl for the quarter preceding the fees’ valorisation. Students who are not satisfied with the changes will be offered the opportunity to withdraw.

For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our Undergraduate Finance page and see the University’s Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions.

We offer a range of scholarships to students. For more information, visit our Scholarships page.

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them.

The following are additional costs not included in the tuition fees2:

  • Any optional overseas field trips or visits: £400+ per trip.
  • Any costs associated with securing, attending or completing a placement (whether in Poland, the UK or abroad)

If you choose to study a course with a placement/sandwich year, you will need to pay a tuition fee2 of 2000 zł to cover your academic support.


Facilities

Coventry University Wrocław will offer you a range of facilities3 such as access to industry-standard equipment and laboratory space to carry out practical experiments and research projects.

The campus offers the opportunity to study in fully equipped classrooms for interactive and collaborative teaching and IT suites which are purpose-built to support the needs of our students.


Careers and opportunities

Using our business contacts, you will have the opportunity to do real-life projects working to industry standards. You will be encouraged to undertake placements and internships to put your learning into practice and ensure you are job-ready upon graduation1.

On successful completion, you should have knowledge of:

  • Relevant theories and concepts of the appropriate scientific disciplines studied in biosciences and chemistry.
  • Health and safety regulations applicable to a laboratory environment.
  • Practical laboratory principles and techniques relevant to an undergraduate degree in health and life sciences or related workplace.
  • How information technology is used in the workplace and contributes to the study and advancement of health and life sciences.
  • The principles of independent and self-managed learning.
  • The principles of academic research skills to apply critical and detailed thinking.

With a degree, your chances of employment are improved and the level at which you enter the job market could mean a higher salary.

On graduation, you will have a portfolio of employability skills across a range of science disciplines giving you an advantage over other candidates. You could go on to work in a number of different disciplines including studying towards postgraduate qualifications, working within laboratory-based industries, technical posts within education or industry, research technician or even teaching in science. The degree also provides you with a strong set of transferable skills valued by employers.


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